Working with dad today

[Molalla1]

That is a sharp looking Massey too. He must really care for it. I assume it is a later production model as it looks like the radiator cap is below the hood. And his is the first 275 I have ever seen still with the alternator shield on it.

Yes it is , I really like the older Masseys .

 

[wheelbuilder]

I bet your Dad enjoys the time as much as you do.

 

[dieselcrawler]

I'm happy for you... times like that are special, enjoy them while you can. My dad passed away a few months ago, and it's been a few years since we've had a good day of work together, due to his failing health.

 

[BRMyers]

That is a sharp looking Massey too. He must really care for it. I assume it is a later production model as it looks like the radiator cap is below the hood. And his is the first 275 I have ever seen still with the alternator shield on it.

The Old Massey had sit in the barn for the last several years. Dad had to drain the fuel tank, replace fuel line, and filters. After several hours of working on it, finally the old tractor came back to life. The power steering isn't working right, but overall the old tractor is ticking right along. Grandpa bought the tractor new and used it for years to plant the 80 acre farm and take care of the cattle and pigs. There are two more MF that he is working on bringing back to life, one being a 60s model gas MF (I think a 35HP) and the other diesel MF (I believe 285) with a front loader.

Weather permitting, we will be back at it next weekend trimming trees. It is exciting for both us. Thanks for all the wonderful comments.

 

[oosik]

You are the kind of son every father should have. Enjoy your time together.

 

[Thomas]

Cherish the moments. :thumbsup:

 

[ovrszd]

Thanks for the thread. I love the old Masseys. My son and I are going to look at a 285 with loader today. It's owned by a Village and being sold sealed bid.

I'm very blessed to get to spend time with my Sons.

Hope your Dad has many good years ahead. He deserves them.

 

[TripleR]

Dad headed for the tall grass when I was just a kid, but my father in law was like a father to me. We cleared land, planted CRP, reforested over sixty acres. He loved wildflowers, so we planted about six acres along the road My sons began working with us when they were olld enough and helped plant even more trees.

He passed away January 2000, behind the wheel of his tractor.

I'm fortunate to have all our kids close. My wife fixes Sunday dinner for anyone who drops in. My wife comes from a really close knit family and I sure have adapted to it.

Addendum: I remember going to my in laws one day and my father in law had just turned fifty. He got a funny look on his face and said, "My life is half over. I didn't see the alarm, it seemed pretty old to me too...my son's birthday is July 4th; yep he'll be fifty.

 

[Molalla1]

Dad headed for the tall grass when I was just a kid, but my father in law was like a father to me. We cleared land, planted CRP, reforested over sixty acres. He loved wildflowers, so we planted about six acres along the road My sons began working with us when they were olld enough and helped plant even more trees.

He passed away January 2000, behind the wheel of his tractor.

I'm fortunate to have all our kids close. My wife fixes Sunday dinner for anyone who drops in. My wife comes from a really close knit family and I sure have adapted to it.

Addendum: I remember going to my in laws one day and my father in law had just turned fifty. He got a funny look on his face and said, "My life is half over. I didn't see the alarm, it seemed pretty old to me too...my son's birthday is July 4th; yep he'll be fifty.

Sounds like a invite to me TripleR . . . :thumbsup:

 

[Guidshir]

I hope I can do this kind of stuff with my son some day. Very cool.